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About this role
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Role overview
An undisclosed employer is hiring a Field Officer in Nairobi to support a project testing regenerative agricultural methods with smallholder farmers. This role is suitable for someone with experience in field trials and farmer engagement, aiming to improve soil health and crop yields across Kenya.
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What you will do
- Lead the setup and management of regenerative agriculture trials with smallholder farmers.
- Recruit, train, and onboard farmers, ensuring they understand and agree to participate in the trials.
- Provide regular training and technical support to farmers involved in the project.
- Build and maintain relationships with county agriculture officers and local community leaders.
- Monitor field activities to ensure trial protocols are followed and document farming practices accurately.
- Manage data collection by training enumerators, conducting surveys, and ensuring data quality.
- Report on field progress regularly, address challenges in the field, and communicate updates and insights to the project team.
Requirements
- Degree or diploma in Agronomy, Agricultural Sciences, or a related field.
- At least 3 years of experience working directly with smallholder farmers in Kenya.
- Experience in planning, executing, and monitoring large-scale field trials.
- Skills in conducting farmer recruitment, training, and ongoing support.
- Ability to work collaboratively with county agriculture officers and local stakeholders.
- Proficiency in data collection, field reporting, and survey administration.
- Must reside in the area of operation.
- Comfortable using technology such as smartphones and laptops.
- Able and willing to ride a motorbike.
- Strong written and spoken communication skills in Swahili and English.
- Knowledge of soil science and regenerative agriculture is a plus (preferred).
- Passion for climate action and interest in innovative support for smallholder farmers (preferred).
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official contact with your application. The employer has not published a closing date.